New York Yankees News Roundup: Gardner, Soriano and the cutter

Joe Girardi was leaning toward keeping Derek Jeter in the leadoff spot at the beginning of Spring Training. But now comes word that "there is a growing push" for Gutty, Gritty Brett Gardner to take over the spot. I don't know the details of this "growing push," but I hope it's true. Gardner has to bat near the top of the lineup; he gets on base (and runs and takes pitches) too much not to.

• In case you've forgotten, Rafael Soriano is a member of the New York Yankees, and he'll prove it by making his spring debut either Wednesday or Thursday.
• Joe Torre discussed his new role with MLB and possible changes he's looking to implement.

• Check out an interesting little video detailing Mo Rivera's cutter.